THE GOLDEN VINES®
An event unlike any other, a weekend built upon the world’s finest wines, unparalleled luxury, Michelin-starred dinners, one-of-a-kind experiences, masterclasses and lunches.
THE 2025 GOLDEN VINES®
MIAMI, US: 7-9 NOVEMBER
“THE OSCARS OF FINE WINE”
YOUR 2025 EVENT SCHEDULE
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Things will kick off with the chance to enjoy Masterclasses led by legends of the fine wine world including:
Bordeaux All Stars: Château Cos d’Estournel, Château Pichon Baron, Château Rieussec & Château Smith Haut Lafitte
Iconic Women in Wines: Catena Zapata, Champagne Henriot, Château Angélus, Colgin & Corison
Iberica: Abadía Retuerta, Barca-Velha, Marqués de Murrieta, Quinta do Noval & Vega Sicilia
South American All Stars: Catena Zapata, Cheval des Andes, Clos Apalta & Seña
Californian Icons: Colgin, Corison, Promontory, Ridge Vineyards & Verité
The Old Vines Conference: Catena Zapata, Henscke & Ridge Vineyards
Burgundy: Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux & Domaine Jean-Marie Fourrier
Dom Pérignon
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We finish with the spectacular Golden Vines® Gala hosted at The Alfred DuPont Building, where guests can get acquainted over a Michelin-starred dining experience and savouring award-winning wines including, Krug Vintage, Rare Champagne, Château d’Yquem, Brunello di Montalcino, Ridge Vineyards and more; all whilst enjoying performances from world-class talent long into the night.
This is also when we hold our unmissable Golden Vines® Live Auction - your chance to bid for exclusive one-of-a-kind experiences while raising money for the outstanding work of The Gérard Basset Foundation, which champions emerging talent through their scholarship programme.
More to be announced soon!
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Saturday is about indulging your inner gourmand, with fine wine lunches courtesy of some incredible vineyards and producers, including:
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Château Angelus
Harlan Estate & Dom Pérignon
Barca-Velha & Penfolds Grange
Château Cos d’Estournel & Rare Champagne
Champagne Henriot, Egon Müller & Liber Pater
Primum Familiae Vini: Familia Torres, Symington & Vega Sicilia
South American: Catena Zapata, Cheval des Andes, Clos Apalta & Seña
Château Cheval Blanc, Château Lafite Rothschild & Trimbach Clos Ste Hune
Rising Stars of Burgundy: Domaine Vincent Dancer, Edoard Labet, Pierre-Vincent Girardin & Thibault Clerget
In the evening, the main event.
Join us in one of Miami’s most spectacular locations for The Golden Vines® Awards Gala - a night unlike any other, where we celebrate ‘the best of the best’ across the industry. You will be treated to Michelin-starred cuisine whilst you mix with the great and good of the wine world and raise a glass to our worthy winners, entertainment by world-class entertainment, with fines wines and spirits including:
Dom Pérignon, Domaine Vincent Dancer, Colgin, Château Lafite Rothschild and Egon Müller.
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Sunday sees us draw to a close in style, with luxurious one-of-a-kind experiences provided by some of the world’s most iconic and instantly recognisable brands, including:
The Golden Vines® La Paulée
F.P. Journe and Masseto White Truffle Lunch
Super Car Experience at The Vault hosted by Mr Tommy Cabrerizo with Artemis Domaines
The Only Caviar and Rare Champagne Experience curated by Aaron Paul and Diego Sabino
The Private Jet Experience*. Lunch in the Exumas with Domaine Arnoux- Lachaux and Domaine Jean Marie Fourrier
More to be announced soon!
*Additional charges may apply
THE GALAS
Indulge your inner gourmet and enjoy an unforgettable fine dining experience. Our previous years have paid homage to some of the world’s best and most decorated Michelin-starred chefs, including Mauro Colagreco, Davide Oldani, Matteo Lorenzini, Massimo Bottura, Akrame Benallal, Alain Ducasse, Mario Sandoval and the Roca brothers.
Naturally, no Golden Vines® dinner would be complete without an exceptional wine pairing, and our Galas are no exception, with some incredible vintages available to enjoy alongside your meal.
The full list will be announced in due course.
THE ENTERTAINMENT
A party isn’t a party without music, and we provide the best. From rising stars: Victor Ray, Sekou, Celeste and Cat Burns, to music industry titans: Louane, Alessandro & The Portofinos and Kylie, you’ll be entertained by the best in the business, with world class international talent taking to the stage.
Expect incredible performances that will have you on the dance floor and ready to party long into the night.
THE MASTERCLASSES AND EXPERIENCES
We want you to make the most of your weekend, and in addition to our awards, galas, lunches and masterclasses we also offer a host of unforgettable luxury experiences for you and your guests, taking in the best of art, culture, fashion, sport and travel.
Learn from the best in the business, mix with industry experts and network with highly influential wine professionals with our carefully curated programme of Masterclasses. We keep each session to a limited number of participants, ensuring a much more intimate and in-depth experience, and, of course, more fine wines and spirits for the tasting. Sessions include talks led by representatives from internationally renowned estates.
Previous experiences have included a private jet trip to Asador Etxebarri for lunch in San Sebastian, Gucci Shopping Experience and Lunch with Camus Cognac and Taylor's Port, The Dalmore & Habana Cigars experience, Salon & Delamotte and Cartier Experience, Rare Champagne & Caviar Gastrounika Experience, The Golden Vines® La Paulée and an overnight experience with private tour, lunch and spa treatment at Abadia Retuerta.
THE CHARITY & AUCTIONS
The Golden Vines® Auction is your chance to bid on luxurious, money-can’t-buy experiences, from flights on private jets taking in incredible vineyards, to private performances from global superstars, and bottles from the personal collections of leading vignerons: these are lots that would be the envy of any wine lover.
For those not able to attend, our Online Auction also boasts an extensive array of incredible experiences. Launch dates to be announced.
All proceeds go to support the work of the Gérard Basset Foundation. They are the world’s leading charitable foundation dedicated to using the wine, spirits and hospitality industries as a vehicle for change.
They strive to build a future where a career in wine, spirits & hospitality has the potential to change lives and is open to all, irrespective of background or circumstance.
Since their founding, we have directly benefited nearly 1,300 individuals through our funding.
They share Gérard’s belief that, with the right support, opportunity and nurturing, lives can be improved.
